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Criminal Law Firm in Singapore
We are an award winning criminal defence law firm with exceptional reviews and deep insight and expertise into almost all areas of criminal law.
Jaesh Balachandran
Founder and Managing Director
Led by experienced legal professionals, our firm is committed to protecting your rights with strategic defence and deep knowledge of Singapore’s legal system.
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FAQs About Criminal Law in Singapore
How much do you charge?
We generally charged fixed fees and we allow instalment payments. Our prices start from $3000 for minor offences. Speak to us for a case review for a fixed-fee quote for your case.
For claim trial cases we would need to assess your situation before giving you a quote.
Will I go to prison?
Will I get a criminal record?
It depends on the type of offence you have committed. For some less serious offences there would no longer be a record after several years. For more serious offences there would always be a criminal record unfortunately. A criminal record isn’t the end of the world. Many of our criminal law firm’s clients get their lives back on track and go on to enjoy a happy life and career. Our expert criminal lawyer in Singapore will advise you and help you plan for the future.
Will my case go to court?
Will my case be heard in the State Court or the High Court?
For almost all minor offences and traffic offences your case will be dealt with in the State Court. The State Court deals with cases where the maximum imprisonment term is 10 years and the maximum fine is $30,000. Cases involving caning of up to 12 strokes are also dealt with here.
Any case which involves the death penalty or a maximum imprisonment term of more than 10 years would be dealt with in the High Court.
What is a criminal offence in Singapore?
In Singapore, a criminal offence is described as conduct that has been declared as such by law enacted by Parliament. The classification of criminal offences in Singapore is viewed as a three-stage process:
1.The physical element: Is the accused’s behaviour or conduct banned by law?
2.The fault element: What was the accused’s mental state at the point when the crime occurred?
3.The defences: Are there any defences that may be utilised to absolve the accused of criminal guilt, even if the factual and culpability aspects are existent?
It’s vital to remember that a suspect may only be held accountable for a crime
if he or she is determined to have committed both the factual and culpability aspects of the crime. The prosecutor would have to prove its allegations against a suspect ‘beyond all reasonable doubt,’ as required in criminal cases.
What is the Penal Code in Singapore ?
The Penal Code in Singapore has been amended several times over the years. Penalties for some crimes were raised in 1973, and the 1984 Penal Code (Amendment) Act, which came into force on August 31, 1984, provided strict penalties for certain crimes.
The Singapore Criminal Code sets out the basic principles of Singapore’s criminal law and the components and penalties for common crimes such as criminal intimidation, mischief, exacerbation of assault, robbery, blackmail, sexual misconduct, and fraud. Other laws, such as the Weapons Crimes Act, the Abduction Act, the Substance Abuse Act, and the Vandalism Act, define and list all criminal issues applicable in Singapore.
In Singapore, can you be imprisoned with no need for a hearing for a criminal matter?
What is considered a Criminal Record in Singapore?
An offence will be recorded as a criminal record if the perpetrator is:
- Charged in Singapore of any properly registered offence.
- Charged of any crime conducted inside Malaysia that is recognizable under Malaysian law;
- Banishment, expulsion, or deportation from Singapore or Malaysia; or
- Charged with any crime in, or exiled, deported, or ejected from, any location outside of Singapore and Malaysia, and the appropriate officials of that country provide such information to the Registrar.
What are criminal lawyers’ responsibilities?
The workings of a criminal lawyer include bail hearings, complaints, trials, revocation hearings (probation or probation), appeals and post-conviction appeals. As part of a lawyer’s duties, the lawyer will:
- Investigate the case and interview witnesses
- Research and study Case Law, Criminal Law and Procedural Law
- Build defenses and develop strategies
- Negotiate with the prosecutor and sue for lower plea
- Drafting, submitting, and arguing motions such as motions to dismiss and motion to suppress
- Be the defendant’s lawyer in court
- Create, submit, and discuss an objection
What skills should a criminal lawyer have?
Experience, analytical skills, patience, perseverance, research skills, strong knowledge and communication skills. These are some key attributes of an expert in criminal law defence in Singapore.
Speak to a Criminal Lawyer in Singapore
If you are facing a criminal investigation or charge, obtaining clear and responsible legal advice is an important first step. Bishop Law is committed to guiding clients through the criminal justice process with professionalism, care and legal clarity.
Contact Bishop Law today to arrange a confidential consultation with a criminal lawyer in Singapore.
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